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Iran marked the 47th anniversary of its 1979 Islamic Revolution on February 11 with nationwide rallies that state media called historic, drawing what officials claimed were tens of millions. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei praised the turnout as a show of defiance against foreign enemies, while rallies featured burned effigies symbolizing Israel and past conflicts. The events unfolded against ongoing tensions from protests sparked by economic collapse in late December 2025, which rights groups say led to over 30,000 deaths in a brutal security response, though opposition claims many attendees were coerced.

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Crowds filled Tehran's streets chanting regime slogans, but recent deadly crackdowns lingered in the background, drawing stark contrasts from observers on the ground.

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Atlético Madrid crushed FC Barcelona 4-0 in the Copa del Rey semifinal first leg, thanks to an Eric García own goal, Antoine Griezmann's strike, and Ademola Lookman's goal and assist for Julián Álvarez. The €35 million signing from Atalanta terrorized Barcelona's defense with his pace, while their midfield choked off supply lines despite Barcelona missing key players like Pedri and Raphinha. Hansi Flick called it a 'great lesson' and eyes a comeback at Camp Nou on March 5, but Diego Simeone's side showed superior hunger.

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The Metropolitano roared as Atlético Madrid dismantled Barcelona with a ruthless first-half blitz, led by new signing Ademola Lookman's dazzling display.

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The bill modernizes 1974 labor laws to tackle 43% informal employment, introducing flexible shifts up to 12 hours daily on a voluntary basis, cash-or-in-kind salaries, easier dismissals with capped severance, and minimum service rules during strikes. Critics from unions decry it as an assault on workers' rights, sparking protests in Buenos Aires with stone-throwing, Molotovs, tear gas, and dozens arrested. Supporters highlight its potential to formalize jobs, backed by Milei's reforms that cut inflation to 31.5% in 2025 and lifted 1.7 million children from poverty; the measure now awaits lower house approval.

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In the early hours of February 12, 2026, senators voted 42-30 to approve President Javier Milei's bold labor overhaul, even as clashes echoed outside Congress.

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Multiple reports indicate Roberto De Zerbi has moved to second favourite behind Michael Carrick for the Manchester United manager job. De Zerbi has admirers at Old Trafford despite his recent exit from Marseille and remains on their shortlist for the permanent role. He is also the favourite for the Tottenham Hotspur position, with his decision there potentially impacting Manchester United's plans.

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Barrow AFC fired head coach Paul Gallagher less than 24 hours after losing 2-1 at Shrewsbury Town, their sixth straight defeat that dropped them to 22nd in League Two, just three points from safety. Shrewsbury's Anthony Scully and Luca Hoole scored early in the second half for a vital win that lifted them to 21st, five points clear, while Barrow fans called the performance embarrassing. New boss Dino Maamria, who has turned around clubs like Stevenage and Burton Albion, starts immediately as Barrow face more relegation rivals.

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Paul Gallagher's short stint at Barrow ended abruptly after a gut-wrenching 2-1 defeat, with Dino Maamria stepping in to rescue their survival bid.

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Brighton sit 14th in the Premier League after a 1-0 defeat at Aston Villa extended their winless run to six league games and just one victory in 13. Hürzeler, the league's youngest permanent boss since summer 2024, faces fan frustration but strong backing from Bloom, players, and the board, who blame recruitment issues like £300m spent on flops such as Eiran Cashin and Charalampos Kostoulas. Insiders say his job is safe short-term despite tough fixtures ahead, though whispers suggest a possible exit next summer if results don't improve.

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Boos echoed after another loss for Brighton, with fans chanting for 32-year-old Fabian Hürzeler's head. Yet club owner Tony Bloom and captain Lewis Dunk are holding firm behind him.

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The 7:45pm fixture in Hertfordshire fell victim to fierce rain from around 5pm, flooding the goalmouths despite Stevenage staff's frantic efforts to fork away standing water. Stevenage boss Alex Revell shared his disappointment in a pitchside video, noting both teams were ready but the ref had no choice, while Barnsley coach Conor Hourihane lamented the long trip south. Fans vented frustration over the late call and wasted journeys, echoing a January 2024 postponement for a frozen pitch; no rescheduling date yet as both mid-table sides eye crucial points.

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Barnsley fans had just arrived on their supporters' coach when the whistle blew on the match—referee Kirsty Dowle ruled the Lamex Stadium pitch too waterlogged after a sudden downpour.

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In his first season with Liverpool, the 22-year-old German playmaker leads all summer signings with 44 chances created, ranking second overall from open play at 41 and fourth in Europe's top five leagues with 66 total. Even Sunderland manager Régis Le Bris called him 'a problem, probably one of the best now in the Premier League,' while fans raved and Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard said he'd have loved to play alongside his world-class talent. Despite some debate over his four goals and two assists so far, Wirtz's vision in tight spaces stands out as Liverpool chase silverware.

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On a rainy night at Sunderland's Stadium of Light, Florian Wirtz lit up the pitch, earning player of the match in Liverpool's gritty 1-0 FA Cup win.

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Virgil van Dijk headed Liverpool into a 1-0 lead at Sunderland's Stadium of Light, assisted by Mohamed Salah, but Gakpo drew sharp criticism for wasteful play alongside Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike. Supporters called him a 'one-trick pony' who always shoots rather than crosses, questioning his £200,000-£250,000 weekly salary and pleading for a substitution like Curtis Jones. While one fan noted it was his best game in weeks, the backlash grows as Arne Slot's side clings to the lead against resurgent Sunderland, amid Liverpool's recent away struggles.

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Cody Gakpo started strong on the left wing, winning the ball back, but his predictable cuts inside quickly turned the traveling Liverpool fans against him.

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